Summer is officially in full swing in Wallingford. With July 4th festivities and the parade behind us, there’s no better time to skip the traffic snarls and slow down while soaking up a little more PNW warm evening energy right here in our neighborhood. Head out for the Wallingford Sip and Stroll this Thursday, July 16th, from 4 to 7 pm. All ages are welcome, and there’s no purchase necessary—just come out, explore, and enjoy the vibes. Matt Evans of Pacific…
The Wallingford Parade, an annual Seafair event, is returning for the 74th time on Saturday, July 11th, starting at 11 am, and the organizers want to make this the biggest parade ever! This year’s theme is Grow Big Dreams, inspiring neighbors to envision what they want to grow over the course of the next year. Over three dozen local schools, businesses, bands, community groups, and drill teams have registered to participate so far, and there is still time for your group to…
The Fourth of July is a big day here in Wallingford, as the center of the city shifts to our streets due to the celebration in Gas Works Park, including fireworks set off in the skies above Lake Union. This one promises to be historic—the USA’s 250th birthday! The influx of visitors to Wallingford always causes traffic jams and parking challenges, so the best strategy is to not drive that day and just walk down to get a great view of…
As a resident of Wallingford for my entire life (just over 17 years), I’ve always enjoyed walking down Stone Way and along 45th Street. Each street contributes to my home’s Walk Score of 95, making it a “Walkers’ Paradise,” where most errands can be done on foot. Lately, I’ve wondered why more housing has been built on Stone Way than on 45th Street. This question led me to look more deeply into the knobs and levers that control a neighborhood’s…
A walk, saunter, or waddle down 45th feels a little different today... something catches my eye. It’s purple and green and a little jazzy and wasn’t there last week! I spy with my little eye some new banners announcing the upcoming Wallingford Parade on Saturday, July 11, at 11 am. Ron Waldman, our resident banner guy, worked hard on a recent sunny weekend to get the neighborhood looking festive before the big day! Many thanks to Blake Garfield and his son…
Did you know that Wallingford is home to one of the largest collections of early twentieth-century residences in Seattle? The Wallingford Bungalow is an Arts & Crafts treasure found here, but there are many examples of other style combinations that can be appreciated and admired as you wander through this cherished neighborhood: Dutch Colonial Revival, Tudor Revival, Seattle Box or Four Square, and other unique architectural details. If you would like to learn more about the development and history of the…
Have You Ever Wondered What “AL” Stands For? Have you wondered, as you walk past the AL Thrift Store at 1415 N 45th Street, what “AL” stands for and who they are? I know I did when I first stopped in. I had just gotten the keys to my new apartment at Stonehedge, making my big move to live closer to my daughter. What I found there was more than just great bargains on some odds and ends I needed to…